I’m so looking forward to the next few months of our Quest for Luxury Housing in Downtown Bellevue!

My girlfriend, Stacia Loo, The Millionairess and I, along with her son Makaya have started a search to find the ideal living situation: preferably a luxury apartment or condo in downtown Bellevue.  We are currently working on a proposal for different properties, where we would both hold ongoing networking events for the ‘winning’ property – relying heavily on our networks here at BellevueBusinessJournal.com and the Eastside Entrepreneurs Social Network, as well as provide first class social media marketing strategy and implementation – all in exchange for a place for us to live.  How cool do you think it would be to have your Bellevue Apartment or condo blogged about every week?  SUPER COOL – and great exposure too!

MUST HAVE Features:

Two bedroom, two bath

Laundry in Unit

At least two parking spaces

Must accept pets – we have a 39lb golden retriever

NICE to HAVE Features:

Community room for networking events

Fitness / workout room

Here are just some of the properties that we are initially considering – we are open to all at this point.  If you have any comments or suggestions about any of these properties, I’d love to hear them.

Bellevue Apartments

*Prices represent starting at prices, as of December 2011

Bellevue offers the ease and activity of an urban hub to those interested in balancing their demanding professional lives. This prime location allows residents easy access to retail, dining, entertainment and services, all within walking distance from their home. Residents can also simply take the elevator down to the future retail shops occupying the first three levels of the building. Transportation via the Bellevue Transit Center to anywhere in the greater Seattle area is within two blocks of the community. Additionally, Metro 112 offers residents an extremely comprehensive amenity package including:

 Entirely smoke-free building

 Private clubroom featuring flat screen televisions, comfortable gathering and work areas and Wi-Fi

throughout

 Fully equipped, 24-hour fitness center with weight equipment and full scale cardio featuring personal TV

screens

 Rooftop terrace with fire pit and seating areas perfect for enjoying the remarkable views of downtown,

Mount Rainier and the Cascades

 Central courtyard with comfortable gathering areas, gas fireplace, and a secluded meditation fountain

 Controlled access building with elevators and covered garage parking

 Pet friendly

 Onsite recycling center

Those wishing to live at Metro 112 may choose from a variety of one and two bedroom floor plans. The homes offer livable and well planned spaces, taking advantage of the magnificent views without compromising furniture placement or skimping on kitchen storage and closet space. These apartment homes are retreats of luxury and modern style, featuring:

 Open, gourmet kitchens with custom granite countertops, 6-inch granite backsplash, and stainless steel sink

 Kitchens equipped with sleek stainless steel GE refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves and electric ranges

 Maple-finished, contemporary styled kitchen cabinets with brushed chrome hardware

 Bamboo-finish plank flooring and plush wall to wall carpet

 Spa-styled baths feature deep soaking tubs with 6-inch ceramic tile surround, cherry-finish vanities and

granite countertops

 9-foot to 14-foot ceilings and expansive windows available

 Fireplaces available

 Linen closets and spacious walk-in closets

 Balconies and patios available

 Stacking or side-by-side washer/dryer in all apartment homes

 Central air conditioning available

 Live a Greener Life with low VOC paints, natural countertop surfaces, GE Energy Star rated refrigerator

and dishwasher, energy efficient fluorescent lighting in common areas and operable windows to allow for

greater air flow and less need for A/C.

Editor’s Note:  Joe Kennedy is still looking for a place to live in downtown Bellevue and is willing to trade social media marketing services and hold Eastside Entrepreneurs events for extra visibility.

About Simpson Housing LLLP

Established in 1948, Simpson Housing LLLP is a national, fully-integrated real estate development and portfolio management firm. Primarily focused on the multifamily market, Simpson builds and operates high quality, residential communities throughout the United States. As one of the largest privately held residential developers and managers in the nation, it is organized to deliver a comprehensive range of real estate services—including development, property management, construction, acquisition, marketing and financing.